Artwork

A Running Boy. Marcus Holst von Schmidten

A Running Boy. Marcus Holst von Schmidten, by Jens Juel, oil, 1802
A Running Boy. Marcus Holst von Schmidten, by Jens Juel, oil, 1802

A Running Boy. Marcus Holst von Schmidten is an oil painting by Jens Juel. It dates from 1802 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. A Running Boy.

About this work

Overview

A Running Boy. Marcus Holst von Schmidten is an oil painting created by Jens Juel in 1802. It is a portrait of a young boy, Marcus Holst von Schmidten, and is held in the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a boy in motion, running on a dirt path with a calm and focused expression. His neat attire and dynamic pose convey a sense of energy and innocence.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a strong contrast between light and shadow, using chiaroscuro to make the boy stand out against the darker background. Soft colors blend into the sky, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Jens Juel, a prominent Danish portrait painter, created the work in the year of his death. Many of his portraits are displayed at Frederiksborg Castle, highlighting his extensive work in the genre.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jens Juel

Artist

Jens Juel

Jens Juel (12 May 1745 – 27 December 1802) was a Danish painter, primarily known for his many portraits, of which the largest collection is on display at Frederiksborg Castle.